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Touch typing is an automatic or sub-conscious skill,
where all ten fingers are used. It enables fast and accurate entry
of characters onto the computer screen, without looking down at the
keyboard and without searching for
keys.

Keyboarding Objectives for the 9 weeks:

To
obtain adequate keyboarding skills that will enable you to use the
computer more efficiently and effectively and
be more productive.

To
practice and develop your keyboarding skills; as well as, improve your
speed and accuracy.

To key three pages in an entire sitting, or type at least 30 WPM.

Learning Targets:

·I can apply keyboarding
concepts to the real world and evaluate ways they are making me college and
career ready.

·I can type using
proper keyboarding techniques, which enable me to be a more efficient and
productive computer user.

Typing using correct
keyboarding techniques will ensure you...

Are able to type faster

Are able to type without looking down at the
keyboard

Will make fewer mistakes

Will get tired less often when typing long
documents

Are more prepared for college courses that
require the use of computers

Are more likely to obtain employment in a
business or office setting

Why are keyboard skills so important?

•Studies
have shown that students who can touch type learn other desktop applications
40% faster.

•Reduces
the time you spend typing documents.

•Reduces
the strain on your body.

•Keyboarding
skills are a requirement in today’s digital age – most school assignments are
submitted electronically and 90% of business documents are electronic.

•Ideas
and information can be recorded at 3-5 times the rate of handwriting

Quick Facts:

•The
average handwriting speed is 22 WPM

•The
average typing speed is 40 WPM, a skilled typist will type between 60-100 WPM.

•One
page paper = 250 words

•20
WPM = 13 minutes

•10
page paper = 130 minutes *over 2 hours

•60
WPM = 4 minutes

•10
page paper = 40 minutes *less than an hour

•Average
presentation = spoken at 100 WPM

Typing Goals in WPM (words per minute):

6th Grade: 30 WPM

7th Grade: 35 WPM

8th Grade: 40 WPM

9th Grade: 45 WPM

Adult: 60 WPM or higher

What is the official name of the Keyboard? Qwerty

What key should be used to make a capital letter? Shift on opposite hand

What key moves your cursor to a new line? Enter

Keyboarding Technique Checklist

Ask yourself the following questions:

Is
your back straight?

Is
your body centered in front of the G & H keys?

Is
your neck straight and not twisted?

Are
your wrists straight and off the keyboard?

Are
your elbows bent at your side?

Are
your feet in front of your chair?

Are
your feet flat on the floor with 6 or 7 inches between the ankles?

Below, you will find statements made by a grouchy students who DID NOT want to learn proper keyboarding techniques. Work with a partner to defend against the statement(s) you are assigned. Be prepared to defend your position aloud.

At work I won’t have to use computers to communicate. I will just call them, or hand-write them a note.

I will just hand-write all my notes in college. I already know how to do that!

I really don’t waste that much time hunting and pecking when I type. I’m sure I can do my job fast enough without knowing how to type.

In my office I will just keep all my records in folders and in filing cabinets. That’s easier for me!

There are not many jobs that require you to use a computer anyway!

I’ll just wait and learn how to type later when I have to use it.

At work I will just tell everyone I prefer all documents and letters be given to me the old fashion way… on paper!

In college I will just turn all my work in on paper. I’m sure my college professor will be okay with that.

Welcome to the Technology Lab at Barren County Middle School, I am Mrs. Amy Page your teacher. I have over 10 years experience teaching Business and Technology courses. I graduated from Western Kentucky University with both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Business and Marketing Education. I also earned a second Master’s degree in Library Media and Instructional Technology from Murray State University. I am married to Michael Page and we have four awesome boys; Kaman 8, Kolston 7, Kellen 4, and Kollier 3. I love teaching and strive to do my very best every day!

I am so excited about this school year! We will be preparing for success in high school, college, and careers. Technology concepts and skills are essential for success in every career field available in today’s society. Concepts I teach include automation and robotics, introduction to computer science, college and career readiness, digital communication, keyboarding, and computer applications using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Excel. Feel free to email me anytime at amy.page@barren.kyschools.us.